Mom’s Famous Cream Puffs are a cherished dessert that perfectly captures the essence of homemade goodness. With their light and airy pastry shell filled with a rich and creamy vanilla filling, these cream puffs are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
The combination of buttery dough and luscious filling creates a delightful texture and flavor that makes them irresistible. Whether served at family gatherings, celebrations, or simply as a special treat, these cream puffs are always a hit. Easy to make yet incredibly satisfying, this recipe is one you won’t want to lose!
Enjoy them fresh or dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Ingredients :
1 stick butter
1 cup water
1 tsp vanilla
1c flour
4 eggs
MOM’S FAMOUS FILLING:
1 PINT HEAVY CREAM
1 PACKAGE (3.4 OUNCES) INSTANT VANILLA PUDDING
⅓ CUP MILK
Instructions :
Bring the water, butter and vanilla to a boil. Add flour.
Stir constantly until it leaves the side of the pot and forms a ball. Remove and cool.
Beat in the 4 eggs, one at a time until smooth.
Drop by T. onto parchment lined cookie sheets (You want 8 for nice large ones) and bake at 400 degrees for about 40 minutes.
(Pro tip: Can poke with a toothpick once out of the oven, then return them to the oven with it shut OFF and crack the door while they cool. This prevents them from deflating)
LET COOL.
Slice in half and pipe or scoop in Mom’s filling. Dust with powdered sugar or pour on melted chocolate.
Filling
Beat all in mixer until thick!
Enjoy
